6/8/2013 |
Rockies recall outfielder Colvin; option lefty OutmanIn a move that addressed both a banged up corps of outfielders and a need for length in an overworked bullpen, the Rockies recalled Tyler Colvin from Triple-A Saturday and optioned left-handed reliever Josh Outman to Colorado Springs to make room on the roster.

6/8/2013 |
Padres, Richard prepare for the high altitude of CoorsSan Diego tabs Clayton Richard, who has given up his share of homers this season, to start in the high altitude of Coors Field in the Padres-Rockies series finale. Opposing him will be Juan Nicasio, coming off a solid effort in a no-decision.

6/8/2013 |
New leader at SS in latest All-Star voteThe Orioles are making noise again in the American League East, and they're making a few loud statements in the latest All-Star Game voting results as well.

6/8/2013 |
White Sox select Yount's nephew in 37th roundForty years after the Milwaukee Brewers made Hall of Famer Robin Yount the third overall selection in the Draft, the White Sox selected his nephew, Cody, with the 1,113th overall pick in the 37th round.

6/8/2013 |
Rox designate Garland to make room for FrancisThe Rockies swapped veteran pitchers on their roster Saturday, activating Jeff Francis from the disabled list in time to make Saturday's start against the Padres and designating Jon Garland for assignment.

6/8/2013 |
Zimmermann, Diamond get split twin bill goingIn the opener of a split doubleheader Sunday, Washington's Jordan Zimmermann will try to continue his stellar season against Minnesota's Scott Diamond, then the Nats' Nathan Karns, seeking his first big league win, opposes the Twins' Samuel Deduno in the nightcap at Nationals Park.

6/8/2013 |
Righty Smith called up; Boxberger optionedAs expected, the Padres added a fresh arm to their bullpen on Saturday when they promoted right-hander Burch Smith from Triple-A Tucson and optioned Brad Boxberger.

6/8/2013 |
Locke looks to continue strong pitching vs. CubsThe Pirates' pitching has been shutting down the Cubs during their National League Central meetings this weekend at Wrigley Field, and now it's left-hander Jeff Locke's turn to see how he can fare. The Cubs will counter with veteran Edwin Jackson in Sunday's finale.

6/8/2013 |
Johnson, Grimm face off in series finaleJosh Johnson will take the mound for Toronto on Sunday for the series finale against Texas. The Rangers will send Justin Grimm out to take on the Blue Jays.

6/8/2013 |
Burnett's latest gem continues strong pitching trendA four-run lead by the fourth inning against Jeff Samardzija certainly seemed insurmountable Saturday in the hands of A.J. Burnett, who turned it into a 6-2 victory by following Francisco Liriano's impressive series-opening performance with one of his own.

6/8/2013 |
Ondrusek optioned; Partch recalledReds right-handed reliever Logan Ondrusek, who has an 8.71 ERA at home, was optioned to Triple-A Louisville on Saturday and replaced by Curtis Partch.

6/8/2013 |
Henderson returns from DL as Lohse takes on PhilsKyle Lohse gets the call in the series finale against rookie Jonathan Pettibone and the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday afternoon. The Brewers will bolster their bullpen by activating closer Jim Henderson off the DL.

6/8/2013 |
Stingy Brewers 'pen keeps Phillies at bayThe Brewers' bullpen spent a well-deserved night in the spotlight, and the bats did just enough for a 4-3 win over the Phillies on Saturday night at Miller Park.

6/8/2013 |
Lynn faces Arroyo to settle Cards-Reds in prime timeAfter evening the series on Saturday, the Reds look to claim the rubber game against the rival Reds in prime time on Sunday behind right-hander Bronson Arroyo. The Cardinals will counter with hard-throwing righty Lance Lynn, who is looking for his ninth victory.

6/8/2013 |
Harrell, Astros looking to hold off Royals in finaleRight-hander Lucas Harrell is coming off one of his strongest efforts of the season, as he looks to help the Astros snap a three-game skid with a win in the series finale against Luis Mendoza and the Royals on Sunday at Kauffman Stadium.

6/8/2013 |
Santana wins 100th as Royals throttle AstrosRight-hander Ervin Santana fired seven strong innings to nail down his 100th career win, as the Royals' offense erupted behind him in Saturday's 7-2 victory over the Astros at Kauffman Stadium.